Tapering of xylem conduits and hydraulic limitations in sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) trees

Vertical conduit tapering is proposed as an effective mechanism to almost eliminate the increase in hydraulic resistance with increased height. Despite this potential role, very little is known about its changes during ontogeny. Here, conduit tapering and stem morphology of young/small and old/tall...

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Publié dans:The New phytologist. - 1979. - 177(2008), 3 vom: 08., Seite 653-664
Auteur principal: Petit, Giai (Auteur)
Autres auteurs: Anfodillo, Tommaso, Mencuccini, Maurizio
Format: Article en ligne
Langue:English
Publié: 2008
Accès à la collection:The New phytologist
Sujets:Journal Article Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't Water 059QF0KO0R